Vehicular assault in Fountain is prosecuted under Colorado Revised Statutes §18-3-205. This charge applies when a person is accused of causing serious bodily injury while operating a vehicle either:
Recklessly, or
While under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Vehicular assault is a felony offense, with potential consequences including prison time, fines, and a permanent criminal record.
Fountain cases are typically handled within El Paso County, though they often originate from incidents near residential areas, commercial zones, or military-adjacent roadways.
Right Law Group represents individuals facing serious charges throughout Fountain. For a broader overview, visit our vehicular assault lawyer page.
Causing serious bodily injury while under the influence
Typically charged as a Class 4 felony
Related DUI resources:
Colorado DUI laws
Colorado DUI penalties
Causing injury through reckless driving behavior
Typically charged as a Class 5 felony
Learn more about reckless driving: Reckless driving in Colorado
Cases may be handled in:
Investigations are often conducted by the Fountain Police Department.
To understand how felony cases progress, review our overview of the criminal justice process.
Vehicular assault charges in Fountain often arise from:
Fort Carson–adjacent traffic incidents
Local roadway collisions
DUI-related accidents
Lower-speed but high-impact residential crashes
Compared to larger metro areas, these cases often involve fewer witnesses and rely more heavily on officer interpretation and physical evidence.
Vehicular assault cases often rely on:
Accident reconstruction
Toxicology results
Officer observations
Witness statements
Because these cases often rely heavily on interpretation, reviewing the evidence is critical: challenging evidence
Vehicular assault charges in Fountain are often filed alongside:
Understanding how these charges interact is important when evaluating your legal options.
If you have been charged with vehicular assault in Fountain don’t wait to seek legal help. The sooner you contact a vehicular assault lawyer, the better your chances of building a strong defense. At Right Law Group, we offer a free consultation to discuss your case, explain your legal options, and start building a strategy to protect your future.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Fountain vehicular assault and homicide defense attorney.
Vehicular assault involves causing serious bodily injury while driving recklessly or under the influence.
Yes. It is typically charged as a Class 4 or Class 5 felony depending on circumstances.
Most cases are handled in El Paso County District Court, which has jurisdiction over felony offenses.
In some cases, charges may be reduced depending on evidence and circumstances.
Whether the criminal meant to harm anyone is irrelevant. The only issue is whether the defendant caused substantial damage by driving carelessly or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Yes. Victims of vehicular assault who sustain injuries may file a civil lawsuit to recover damages to cover their medical expenses, lost earnings, and other accident-related expenses. It would be best to consider retaining an attorney from Right Law Group to represent you in your criminal lawsuit and work closely with your civil attorney.
Yes. Any restricted substance is considered a “drug” under the definition in the statute (CRS 18-3-205 (II)), which includes numerous pharmaceutical active components. You can also be charged with driving under the influence from prescribed medications.
